flurry
|flur/ry|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈflɜːri/
🇬🇧
/ˈflʌri/
sudden burst
Etymology
Etymology Information
'flurry' originates from the 17th-century English, possibly derived from the word 'flurr,' meaning 'to scatter or flutter.'
Historical Evolution
'flurr' transformed into the modern English word 'flurry' over time.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to scatter or flutter,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a sudden burst of activity or snow.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a sudden and brief burst of activity, excitement, or interest.
There was a flurry of excitement when the celebrity arrived.
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Noun 2
a light, brief snowfall or gust of wind.
The weather forecast predicted a flurry of snow in the afternoon.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39